Everything you need to know about planning your ceremony — weddings, funerals and bespoke services by Drew Celebrant.
I really enjoy my work
I am a real "people person" and enjoy finding out about the stories behind your celebration. I will then write the all-important personalised words and deliver the ceremony of your dreams on the day.
Of course, when arranging your ceremony, it is important to find the right person to work with. You need someone who can listen to you, understand your story, and then guide you through the process.
It is important to me that I get to know who I am representing, in love or in their life.
I will meet and discuss expectations, wishes, dreams and/or representation and offer help and guidance
Draft a copy of your ceremony, service or celebration for review
Once approved, I will finalise the script and see if there is anything else you might need along the way.
I will keep in touch with you and be there for further information or questions making sure you are fully supported.
Be contactable throughout the entire process
Registrars are granted by law to officiate a Wedding via civil ceremony, meaning the ceremony is purely secular with no religious tones whatsoever. The Registrar is in charge of processing and approving the couple’s marriage licence, with the wedding ceremony acting as a formality after the legalities are taken care of.
Celebrants can support and guide couples in completing the necessary requirements for the marriage licence, but don’t have the authority to approve it. However, they can officiate a far more bespoke ceremony. To find out more, click here.
No. You will need to arrange for a Civil Partnership Registration in the Registrar’s office with two adult witnesses to legally register your marriage. This is the administrational part of the process, so does not need to be treated as a formal ceremony.
Once you have selected me as your Celebrant, The answer is YES!
I will discuss your wishes with you and do whatever is possible to make it happen.
Think back in your dreams to what you thought your big day would look like… Then, lets try and make it just like that!
When I officiate ceremonies in Spain it is normally for a couple that travel to a destination with their loved ones invited to share in their love. Although everyone has travelled there, I would suggest that most are expecting traditional elements in the actual ceremony.
I provide a timeline of elements (see below) that might help couples to start to piece what their ceremony would look like.
My Job is not to tell you, but to help you along the way using my years of experience on what works and doesn’t. But, you will never hear ‘No’ from me…
Most Funeral Directors have a list of male and female Celebrants there are familiar with and have vetted. However, you can also inform the Funeral Director that you would like to use a specific Celebrant.
In my experience, I make contact with the family of the deceased and offer my condolences. I will then ask that we meet with as many members of the family wish to be involved so I can get to know the life story of the deceased.
I will go through an in-depth process I have developed to learn as much as possible, then write a script for the service that includes elements that the family would like to include (see below).
I will also assist in anyway I can with the grief process and any family member or friend that might want to be a part of the service.
One the day of the service, you can count on me to be there on your arrival and present a service they way you wanted.
Compassion & Empathy A calm, reassuring presence that helps grieving families feel understood and supported. The ability to listen deeply and hold space for people’s emotions without judgment.
Personalization I will craft a ceremony that reflect the unique life, values, and personality of the deceased by weaving stories, memories, and cultural/spiritual elements into a meaningful narrative.
Professionalism Punctuality, organization, and clear communication with both families and funeral directors. A smooth ceremony experience with attention to detail, from structure to timing.
Confidence & Delivery A strong, warm speaking presence that comforts and engages attendees. Sensitivity in tone—balancing solemnity with celebration of life.
Inclusivity & Adaptability Respect for diverse beliefs, traditions, and family dynamics. Flexibility to design secular, spiritual, or blended services as needed
Guidance & Support Helping families make decisions about readings, music, rituals, or symbolic acts. Providing reassurance and clarity during a stressful and emotional process.
In short: as a highly rated funeral celebrant, people can expect a ceremony that is dignified, heartfelt, and deeply personal, led by someone they can fully trust to honour their loved one’s memory.
“Drew was absolutely amazing from start to finish. His ceremony was perfection, he had the right balance of emotion and humour.
Nothing was too big an ask. Right up to minutes before the ceremony began, we felt Drew’s support.
All of our guests were stunned by such a beautiful ceremony. He made it unique, and we will never be able to thank him for the memories we will have of that special time”
“From the minute we met Drew, he put us at ease.
His style, ability, and understanding made the wedding feel effortless.
Drew made the ceremony unique to us. He learned additional languages, he researched cultural traditions, and he made sure everything we wanted was incorporated into the day.
The way he presented our love story to us and our guests was amazing. He crafted information from us into a beautiful interwoven piece that showed how our relationship grew and culminated in the wedding itself.
Two things that will always stand out for us were firstly his genuine interest to learn about us as a couple. Secondly the ease at which he delivered the ceremony to an international guest group, winning everyone over and having the ceremony be one of the highlights of the day.
We can’t speak highly enough of him. You and your guests will be lucky to have him in your wedding. He has a genuine desire to make couples wedding days an incredible experience. He made what was already a special occasion even more enjoyable for all of us.
Thanks Drew, you smashed it.”
“What can we say about Drew, from start to finish his professionalism, communication and down to earth humour was just what we needed. And that was before we had the ceremony.
It was perfect for our Red Festival Wedding, delivering just the right amount of humour and seriousness.
We had such a laugh, and I cannot recommend Drew highly enough for your wedding!
He’s adaptable and diligent, will get all the t’s crossed and I’s dotted, not leaving anything to chance!
Thanks, Drew you made our Wedding and our Weekend!”
“Drew… I know what we wanted our ceremony to be like was quite a tall order. It involved you needing to sing, hit one liners, traditional parts and comedy… you smashed it!.
You completely did us proud, there is no one else that could have pulled off our slightly ‘alternative’ ceremony like you did. Your patience from the beginning and flexibility to accommodate exactly what we wanted was unmeasured and nothing was too much trouble.
Your comedy timing was impeccable, you understood the guests so quickly and involved them from before the ceremony began. The most amazing thing was it came over very natural and fun, which is what we asked for.
If you are looking for a celebrant that thinks out of the box and isn’t scared to do something different, then Drew is your man. We were not an easy couple to appease as our ideas were almost crazy at times, but, he took everything in his stride and kept us organised and focused. He was exactly the calming influence I needed on the day, professional to the end, thank you from the bottom of our hearts, it wouldn’t have been the same without you.”
“Drew was our wonderful celebrant for our wedding ceremony in Nerja in June 2023.
From the moment we first met Drew, we knew he was the perfect fit! Drew is an absolute gentleman, and his upbeat and positive energy is contagious 🥰.
He's so down to earth, he's a genuine interest into getting to know you as a couple and really works hard on his script for the ceremony in order to convey your love story and your love for one another.
Our phone calls with him in preparation for our ceremony were always so enjoyable, as he's so easy to get on with. He puts so much time and energy into getting everything right for the ceremony, and he's super organised and efficient! Each ceremony is a bespoke, meaningful and a beautiful representation of the couple.
On the day of our wedding, Drew was so relaxed to be around, he was witty (which calmed the nerves) and also made such an effort to chat to our guests. So many of our guests commented on how beautiful the ceremony was, and how lovely Drew was.
We would have absolutely no hesitation recommending Drew, as he is an outstanding celebrant who will go out of his way to make your ceremony so special and memorable 💛”
“Drew put so much time into preparing our ceremony.
It was clear that he was intent on investing time and focus in advance. This put us at ease and we were confident in the lead up that the ceremony would be sincere and accurate.
Drew made us comfortable throughout the day of the wedding and delivered a beautiful ceremony.”
“Where to start with Drew…
Firstly, this is one of very few reviews I have written in my life. I’m not the type of person to write them, but on this occasion, I feel that it was more than deserved.
Secondly, on the lead up to the wedding, I wrongly underestimated the importance of the ceremony itself and how a personal touch can make all the difference. Our ceremony was brilliant, and it was one of the main talking points by our guests following the wedding. It had romance, it had emotion, it had just the right amount of humour and most importantly it told our story in a way which we would tell it…It reflected us perfectly.
Not only that, but with all that was going on with the other aspects of the wedding it was refreshing to know that Drew was prepared and on the ball. He constantly checked in with us to make sure we were happy with everything and had the first draft ready for reviewal well in advance of the big day, allowing any changes to be made in plenty of time.
We got to know Drew over the year prior to the wedding and as much as it’s hard to fit in zoom meetings etc around normal working life, it was great to build that relationship over time and this was reflected in how Drew delivered the ceremony.
On the day itself Drew done what he could to help us out when other things weren’t quite going to plan. He has a calming nature; he was very helpful and by all accounts a genuinely great guy. If he’s ever up in Scotland I will happily buy the man a beer 🍺
5 ⭐ from the Neilson’s!!”
“Drew is the best in the business!
He made our wedding ceremony everything we wished for and more. Drew went above and beyond what we thought a celebrant was from the very start. Zoom calls throughout the planning process to tailor our ceremony down to the final details were an excellent part of his service, but what stood out during these calls was Drew's willingness to offer help that was outside of his role as our celebrant. This was extremely helpful as we weren't very familiar with the area that our wedding was held in.
On the weekend of the wedding Itself, drew came into his own, he met us for a meal the night before to iron out any creases and put us at ease then joined us to say hello to all of our wedding guests who had all gathered for a few drinks.
On the day of the wedding a few spanners were thrown into the works that had absolutely nothing to do with Drew but again he went beyond what we thought a celebrant to be, he operated as translator, wedding planner, and mediator all before conducting the ceremony we had dreamt of.
Drew's ceremony had everyone shedding a tear, the good sort of tears! His storytelling and humour were brilliant, and we had so many people telling us about the great job that he did.
If you choose drew to be your celebrant, you won't be disappointed.”
“Drew, we can’t thank you enough for how much effort and time you put into our wedding.
You took so much time actually getting to know us so our ceremony was so personal.
All our family and friends are still talking about how incredible you were and how special the ceremony was.
You really went above and beyond what we expected from a celebrant.
Looking forward to catching up over a drink when we’re next in Nerja x”
“Well, where do we start?
Genuinely, if you want the most heartfelt, intimate love story, that brings all your nearest and dearest together, look no further than the award winning Drew.
Drew is amazing at giving your special day that personalised touch and a sprinkle of magic in order to entertain.
His professionalism, skill and competence was displayed throughout the process & he regularly went above and beyond to make sure we felt relaxed, comfortable and informed.”
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We would highly recommend Drew as a celebrant.
From out initial call he really took the time to understand us as a couple and what we wanted from our wedding day.
His enthusiasm and professionalism was beyond and he really tailor made the ceremony to be so enjoyable with the perfect balance of humour and seriousness.
He made the effort to liaise with our other vendors and we didn’t need to worry about a thing on the day.
Our family and friends have all commented on what a great job he did and were very pleased Drew was part of our special day.
Can’t recommend enough”
When picking a celebrant we didn’t really know where to start after reading through a couple of reviews we came across Drew and from that first meeting we knew this was the guy we wanted!.
Form the start to finish Drew has been nothing but first class.
The time and effort he took to get to know us as a couple was just phenomenal and meant the world to us that he wanted to make our day as special as possible.
“Drew, Thank you for making our special day so magical as it was.
We couldn’t have done it without you!”
I recently just had my wedding in Spain and the most significant and momentous purchase we made,
was hiring our celebrant Drew.
I cannot even begin to put into words how immensely grateful me and my new husband are for the incredibly high standard of service we received from Drew from the very start of booking till the very end of our wedding night.
Drew had taken such time and care into putting our ceremony service together, i’m pretty sure he was family in a past life.
He more or less knows every single one of my guests names and what they do, he knows me and my husband inside out, so much so that he curated the most perfect vows for us to say in front of our family and loved ones.
We also had him stay for ‘master of ceremonies’ which was also the best choice we could have made.
Drew had everyone on their feet from the get go. From directing everyone where to go and when to stand, to introducing our other vendors and absolutely getting the party started.
My whole wedding party has not stopped complimenting Drew and praising him for his work.
Drew, thank you so much for officiating our Dad’s Funeral. You took the time to meet with us and listen to the stories that made up Mick’s life, then you wrote a service that celebrated his life with the right amount of emotion and humour, just as we wanted. We were not expecting so many people to attend, but even though we had to ask so many people to also watch from the adjoining chapel, you made everyone feel at ease. The respect you showed Mick and our family during this time of grief has highlighted what a good person you are. Thanks again, Tony
Drew, thank you for your service and making Barrie’s final farewell special. It was a fitting end to his final journey” Hazel and Family
A thoroughly decent chap! He presented a service that did my mum proud and was much appreciated by us all. Thank you Drew
We would thoroughly recommend Drew as a Celebrant. From our first contact with him he made us feel at ease and comfortable. It was clear that it was important to him to get to know Dad through us. He wanted us to have the service we wanted but also helped direct us without taking over the arrangements and what we envisaged. He is totally professional but also kind, thoughtful and a genuinely nice guy and gave our Dad the send-off he deserved. Thanks Drew.
Dear Drew What can I say you were the most wonderful celebrant anyone could have the pleasure in meeting .. You made the whole experience of losing my beloved mum from the initial meeting in my sisters kitchen to the actual service itself so peaceful and respectful .. you truly are 1 in a million.
Thank you for the compassion, grace, and dignity with which you officiated my wife's cremation. Your words brought comfort during a profoundly difficult time, and your presence was a source of strength for all of us. I am deeply grateful.
We are deeply grateful, for the beautiful and heartfelt service you conducted for our lovely mother at the crematorium. Your words captured her spirit perfectly, and your script was both touching and sincere. Thank you for going the extra mile. Your support, availability, and care meant so much to us during a very difficult time. Your presence brought comfort, and we felt truly looked after every step of the way.
Dear Drew, Thank you so much for the incredible send-off you gave our dad. You absolutely nailed it! The way you captured his life, humour, and personality was spot on, it truly felt like a celebration, just as he would have wanted. Your perfectly crafted service had us laughing, tearing up, and remembering all the best bits of who he was. We’re so grateful for the time and heart you put into making the day feel genuine, warm, and full of spirit. He would’ve loved it, and probably claimed credit for the whole thing!
We are deeply grateful to Drew for the compassionate and thoughtful way in which they officiated our father's funeral. You took the time to truly get to know who our father was and listened carefully to how we wanted him to be remembered. Your words reflected his character beautifully and brought comfort to everyone present. Thank you for helping us honour his memory with dignity, warmth, and sincerity.
It's now been a week since my Fathers' funeral at Seven Hills Crematorium and I'd just like to say a heart-felt "Thank You" for all that you did to make his final farewell so moving and relevant to him for us. Your words were perfect and made us smile at the memories they evoked, particularly the poem that you read that was just "so Ken". Even though sadly there wasn't many of us in attendance, your presence and your friendly approach made the ceremony special to each of us and we are very grateful for the time you spent getting to know my father and delivering a fitting tribute. Thanks again.
Dear Drew, In the midst of heartbreak, you were a steady hand and a kind heart. Losing Steve so suddenly left us reeling, unsure where to begin—but your presence brought clarity, comfort, and compassion when we needed it most. You didn’t just guide us through the practicalities; you listened. You sat with us, heard our stories, and somehow wove them into a eulogy that captured Steve’s spirit perfectly—funny, heartfelt, and unmistakably him. It was a gift to hear his life honoured so beautifully. Thank you for reading out the words some of us couldn’t quite manage to say. You gave voice to our emotions when they felt too big to carry alone. And while your Scouse accent might need a little polish (😊), your delivery was with dignity, full of warmth and grace. You helped turn a painful moment into something unforgettable. We’ll always be grateful—for your empathy, your humour, and the way you made us feel held. With heartfelt thanks, Di & Family
Myself and my brother were so grateful for Drew’s time and understanding during this most difficult time. Drew listened to our stories and spent time with us to help create a beautiful celebration of our Dads life. The service was personal, with Drew even creating a poem which captured our dad’s love and life. We will forever be grateful for the comfort and support you brought to us when we felt so lost. Thank you so much. Chloe & James
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